About Delgado
Born 1957. Delgado is a Portuguese association football player.
José Manuel Mota Delgado, known as Delgado (born 30 October 1957) is a Portuguese former footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
He played 10 seasons and 128 games in the Primeira Liga for Belenenses, Portimonense, Montijo, Farense, Sporting Espinho and Benfica.
Club career Delgado made his Primeira Liga debut for Motijo on 2 January 1977 in a game against Belenenses.
During five seasons he spent to Benfica he has been a backup to Manuel Bento for the first 4 seasons, and to Silvino in his last one.
International career Delgado was called up to the Portugal national team, but did not make any on-field appearances.
Honours Benfica Taça de Portugal: 1982-83, 1984–1985 Portuguese Champion: 1982-83, 1983–84
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Delgado?
association football player
When was Delgado born?
Delgado was born on 30 October 1957 in Lisbon.
What is Delgado's occupation?
Delgado is an association football player.
What nationality is Delgado?
Delgado is Portuguese.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Delgado (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Delgado. https://biography.guide/delgado/
MLA: "Delgado." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/delgado/.
Chicago: "Delgado." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/delgado/.
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